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[Nexus 5 Accessories] jacknicholson:
It's (remotely) possible that the oleophobic coating of your Nillkin has begun to wear. From your photos, it doesn't exactly look like it (this normally takes the shape of a semi-permanent smudge, from my experience), but your description suits the usual symptoms well enough.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mibtnt:
I don't think I was ever this pleased with a purchase of an accessory. I got a few spider webs (one huge 3cm2 one near my notification light, a few small ones at the top and small imperfections on both bezel sides).

As users noted I used a paper clip with a piece of cloth so as to not damage my slickwraps skin. In a few minutes each disappeared. The other fine ones went by using my nail and pressing a bit hard on it and rubbing it away. They made this weird creaking noise when they went away. After a day I had no imperfections. I watched a video on YouTube where the reviewer stated to gently rest the glass over the device. Don't press it down. And gently push the glass into the right position. Then press firmly at a point in the Center of the phone to get the glass to stick. Doing this ensures that:

1) the film is lined up properly

2) you can use a light and see if any dust is below the glass after the cleaning and electro static blue film use before adhering the glass.

And yes. I used each step with the wet cloth (alcohol wipe) dry cloth and electrostatic blue film then installed. My environment is usually dusty also.

Here is the video below:

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900, N9005: Tempered Glass…: http://youtu.be/DuI-Ho0U5Xo

At 7 mins you'll see how he used his nails to push it. I did this but don't press the glass. Push on the edge. And 8 at mins it's where he pressed the Center. Aside from the constant removal and installing and the thick accent I think his video is great.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] georgios73:
On my third now and finally I got this one on perfectly after my first two gave me spider trouble. The trick in my case was to rub the screen with the wet wipe for about 10 mins!

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Royal King:
Later dry it too, right? :cyclops:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] georgios73:
Yep wiped it dry for about 5 mins too. I didn't use the blue anti static strip though.

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] fergdizzle9090:
had mine on since december and its still going strong and all the spiderwebs disappeared! but it gets extremely fingerprinty now compared to how it used to before...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Momotani-Hitoshi:
Took a few tired to align it correclty, but in the process I got some fabric dust stuck in between. It's only view-able when in direct sunlight.

Can the fabric dust be removed from the sticky adhesive side just with water and scotch tape? Or am I likely to make it even worse with more dust stuck on?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] LewisGauss:
You can use some tapes to stick and remove the dusts.

Freshly baked from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] castaway1:
i just ordered mine from here

http://dx-box.com/nillkin-lg-nexus-5-anti-explosion-glass-screen-protector-film.html

i hope its not fake :confused:

reading thread just now and i hope i do my best for my phone :highfive:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Ilovetohateiphone:
I cracked and chip so many tempered glass protector. Personally think Tempered glass is overrated
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ej8989:
I just got mine today and it immediately cracked when I installed it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] svarte:
Did you bend it? How did you tried to apply it?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bond32:
Got mine in, had troubles with dust installing it. I had one for my note 3, when I put it on I got it right the first time. This one for the N5 took a few attempts, each time getting a spec of dust where it shouldn't have. I actually use packing tape to both hold the protector itself and to remove dust. Packing tape tends to be strong, prevents oil spots, and grabs the dust well. I do have what some say is the "spiderweb" under one spot, think I will look into how to fix that...

Edit: Ok so maybe what I had wasn't the same as some of you... Literally just pushed the booger out with my nail. All is perfect now!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spr33:
Quick update on the one I installed about 6 months ago.

Install went great, only one bit of dust underneath which isn't easy to spot so that was a good start. No spiderwebs and no chips or cracks.

In use, I find the surface a joy to use. So good that I wouldn't go back to using film/plastic any time soon. I've dropped my phone from shoulder height (by accident) and along with my case (Ringke Fusion), it survived without any marks or scratches what so ever.

My N5 is still in pristine condition.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] toxicpaulution:
Mine cracked right across the screen the other day. So sad because at first I forgot I had it on and thought it was my phone. Anywho going to buy one this week.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ej8989:
I did not bend. After thorough cleaning I just placed it on top without any force at all.

Then when I was squeezing out some cobweb looking bubbles with moderate force, it just cracked somewhere about 2 inches from where I was squeezing.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] akenis:
I seem to be able to clamp out my spider webs for the most part, but they seem to come back. Especially when I put it back in my Dztronic case...edges seem to lift up a bit.

Any oleophobic I may have had is surely been wiped away with all the massaging I've doing trying to get it perfect.

Is this problem unique to this brand? I went ahead and ordered the Spigen Slim Armor Case and shelled out the $$$ for Glass TR. Would have been cheaper to just buy Woerth Insurance for $50 and just go NAKED!

I did see one idea on another thread. Guy said he took back off and loosened some screws and webs went away. Anyone try that?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mickey4mice:
Never tried Nillkin. But I got an Orzly tempered glass sp for my Oneplus One, loved it so far, really easy installation, no bubbles or spiderweb whatsoever, doesn't attract much dust or fingerprints and the coating is really nice. I wanted to get the Orzly for Nexus 5(replace iSmooth PET film screen protector) too but it's not sold on US amazon, eBay version cost upward $20. So I bought Uppercase brand for my Nexus 5, arrived last week and it was terrible - installation was okay, but 5 large spiderwebs just wouldn't go away and corners were easily peeled if you accidentally tipped them with your fingernails. Anyway, I took it off and bought a generic Toosell brand on eBay for $4, arrived today, and so far pretty perfect, a bit of spiderweb after initial installation, but all went away after a few hard presses, seems pretty on par with the more expensive Orzly.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mibtnt:
Sigh.... it's lifting/spider-webbing now after under two months. It started on the right side of the screen then to the top at the proximity sensor. Mind you it was perfectly installed so i have no idea why this happened now. I think I have to take it all off and wash it or something and re-apply. will read the thread previous posts to see what others did. I guess it's back to PET ones :'(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] tzvi:
Hi, I want to order this protector, but I have a spigen slim armor.

Would it fit? Does anyone have Slim armor + Nillkin anti explosion glass?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] icy56:
I do and it fits perfectly! The nillkin has curved edges so almost any case will work with it perfectly

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Quickfire:
I've been using the glass protector for 8 months now, never had any problem until yesterday when I found that a small section of the protector on the right side has chipped. I did nit drop the phone nor knock it againts anything hard. Maybe someone knocked it over when I wasn't looking, or maybe it just started chipping away on its own. Anyway I think I'll be getting a new one. Anyone knows which ebay seller sells the original one? I see quite a few and the prices vary a bit. Thanks.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Edo 91:
Many thanks for the tip about spider web :highfive::highfive:

However I have not found a humane way to apply the film to the camera ... result: throw out both, pretty useless :rolleyes:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nedooo:
I tried hairdryer and no sucess, after that I used wood clothespin with spring and left it long time (overnight could do ;)), and no "spiderweb" :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] brockkk:
Just dropped my phone and chipped off a piece at the top. Think it def saved my screen!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Lytheum:
Just tried this out yesterday. Got 2 for the wife and myself. Was very easy to apply and feels great. Both phones ended up with small spider webs next to the notification LED. I held some pressure with my thumb and they would dissappear and return quickly. Holding it for a few minutes and then working a couple tiny bubbles to the edge with my finger nail seems to have gotten rid of them.

Wish I would have tried these a while ago!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
Bought one from eBay for $10 Canadian. Hopefully not fake.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] NexusJunkie:
Seems a bit overkill...... BUT IT'S STILL F'n AWESOME!!! :good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] cvin88:
Got this for about 10 bucks on ebay. Probably the best 10 dollars I've ever spent. Feels so nice compared to regular screen protectors. Not a fingerprint magnet.

There were some bubbles at first. But after a few days they sort of disappeared on their own. Now I'm just stuck with small spiderwebs near the charging port/speaker. Tried using a black binder clip (obviously protecting the phone with tissue paper) and it seems to have gotten slightly better.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] w1ltzu:
I ordered this screen protector, and since i'm not familiar with tempered glass films, is installing a tempered glass film somehow different to a normal screenprotector?

Also any protips? :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ej8989:
Don't bend it. Ever.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] lezzi:
oh nice :D

PS: is this the best tempered glass screen protector? in terms of sharpness and antifingerprints
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ej8989:
Clarity

Without Nillkin TG: 8/10

With Nillkin TG: 9/10

Anti fingerprint

Same with or without NIllkin Tempered Glass

Touch-feel Smoothness

Without: 7/10

With Nillkin TG: 10/10
[Nexus 5 Accessories] WarningHPB:
just took my time installing one of these Nillkin glass screen protectors and it feels and looks amazing, no "spider webs" yet and hopefully it stays that way!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
Woah, this glass has more clarity than thin air? Truly amazing. JK that's impossible. :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ej8989:
Glare and smudges are reduced a bit. Lol. I could only compare with or without tempered glass under moderate lighting.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] derukun:
Why do people wash the tempered glass? Its gonna have some issues adhering to the phone screen if you've scrubbed off all of the adhesive...

I made the mistake of washing it because I was OCD about a little piece of dust under my first install and now I've been just dealing with this bubble at the bottom where the Nillkin refuses to adhere.

Btw, I've had the Nillkin on my N5 for about a year now. Small crack at top left corner, otherwise still flawless.

Paired with my Slim Armor, I've dropped this more than a few times on its front and its completely fine. B)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] lezzi:
who bought from dx-box following link in OP? I placed an order a month ago, received email the next day with tracking, but from then I haven't heard anything and the tracking number isn't registered yet.

should I worry? It's the first time I buy from dx-box
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Edge330:
I have nillkin glass for 3 months now and it's still perfect.

Maybe just few little scratches you can see on strong light.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Citizen_Snips:
I don't think I got mine from the same link. I actually got mine from Amazon IIRC. Same brand and everything. I've purchased 3 total so far. Every time I would usually have to wait about 3 weeks to a month. I'd try to get in contact with someone if your tracking number isn't registered though.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kamnikaz:
Thank you for your two reviews :) ordered mine on aliexpress now i've to wait a full month ... It's gonna be long before i put those xtremguard out of my screen ^^

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[Nexus 5 Accessories] Michealtbh:
Mine just shipped from AliExpress, anyone know how long I should expect to wait in the UK?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kamnikaz:
No mail received since... Is it normal ?

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[Nexus 5 Accessories] bhazard451:
ePacket only took like 8 days for it to get to me.

It is very good too. Not a steal at $8 like some iphone tempered glass protectors, but still great.

I got a generic tempered glass for my Nexus 4 at the same price, and it was horrendous. Didn't even fully cover the screen.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] blade_:
tell me please..about the back side.is there a glass protector too?or its just cover camera?

also its easy to fit?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dark_ente:
Only camera... why do you need glass on the side anyway?

I just received mine... gonna install it tonight when I have time
[Nexus 5 Accessories] J_Lich:
It's fantastic!

Received mine after about 15 days, ordered mine when I saw this thread and really happy with the product. I live in Australia and still received it in the same amount of time as everyone else (dx box). Put it on today, and compared to my other nexus 5 (I have a replacement at the moment) I prefer the feel of the tempered glass! This is my first tempered glass protector and I dont think I will ever be able to go back! I can post pictures if you want, just message me and I will post them soon :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kamnikaz:
Pictures will be appreciated :)

Your post made me eager to receive mine ^^

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[Nexus 5 Accessories] vil-2:
My order is labelled as "Departure from outward office of exchange" since Nov. 28th. I hope I will receive it soon (I'm in France). Anyone knows how long does it itake to come in Europe ?

I'm moving within the end of the month so I hope I will receive it before !
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eep02b:
I recieved mine and it's awesome, but like a dummy, I screwed the install up. I was looking for two stickers, and there was only one. I basically installed the wrong side up. I was able to make it work a bit, but have contacted the seller for a replacement. Hopefully he sends it. So to all, if it only has 1 sticker, that's the side that goes down.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kamnikaz:
I'm from France and a friend of mine told he usualy received chinese orders within the months but never before 3 weeks

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[Nexus 5 Accessories] J_Lich:
Here is a picture I took yesterday, hut I have just left for an athletics trip so I will take more when I get home.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dark_ente:
Same here, though I just install it again
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mr.r9:
People who installed this, do you think it will interfer with cases such as this:

http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-Google-Nexus-Carbon-Hybrid/dp/B00GM5OAH6

I ask because the case has small encroachment into the screen, so does the Nilkin interfere with the case?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] skankyass:
I ordered mine Nov. 18th. Recieved it on Des. 4. I live in Norway.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] J_Lich:
The case wouldn't interfere :) the edges are rounded off and barely noticeable l. I have tried with a hard case (cheap eBay) and the s line tpu case, it feels like there is nothing on the screen at all :)

Hope this helps
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ktamondo:
How's the camera screen protector?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
I got this a while ago from aliexpress but I think I had some adhesive issues because on some of the black borders around the screen especially around the indicator light there is spots of what looks like small bubbles bunched in circles, Im not to sure what it is but I think its something with the adhesive cause when I press hard on them it goes away for a sec but comes back quickly and I installed it in a steamy room and didnt touch the back so its nothing I did. It doesnt look that bad its noticeable and at first I was a little sad and mad and I had to pay for a replacement through the seller on ali. Im just gonna save the replacement and hope it doesnt have the issue and use this one despite the issue because otherwise it looks great and feels great
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bhazard451:
If you don't line it up perfectly, you'll get the bubbles. Once realigned, it goes away.

I even washed the glass in soapy water before reapplying, and it still sticks great. So it is reusable too.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Mistori:
Screen Protector + Case

Got my screen protector & case today.

Ordered on Nov.12, received Dec.5 in Canada via Hong Kong Post.

Quality seems good. Like another poster mentioned it only came with 1 side of the "screen protector"-protector. (i.e. there was no "side 2"/"top-side"). It does not cover completely from edge to edge, probably has roughly 1mm of space to each side. However when combined with the Nillkin case it was a match made in heaven.

I'll attach some pictures, its the same as others as it contains a user manual, 2 wiping cloth (wet & dry), electrostatic sheet, microfibre cloth, replacement pulling tag, 4 rear-camera plastic screen protectors.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Really? So do you think thats the problem with mine? Cause it is a little off but it didnt seem like it would make a big difference and I was a little worried about taking it off and realigning it plus I couldnt find a good way to take it off without worry of damaging it cause the sticker method provided wouldnt stick well enough to the glass.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] derukun:
Ordered some time last week from DX box, registered hong kong air mail to Canada only took about 5 days. Picking it up tomorrow, this is gonna be my first time installing a screen protector, hope I don't screw it up....
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dark_ente:
Becareful about taking it off and put it on again, because mine has buble on the side which won't go away no matter what.

Probably because I was a paranoid and take it off/put it on many time, but still
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ausaras:
Mine had two huge areas of bubble at the bottom. It wasn't affecting the viewing area but just couldn't stand it.

I read somewhere that you can re-apply it after washing. So, I did!

I washed it with soap on the sticky side and shake it dry then re-applied it. Voila! air bubbles gone. I also used a hair dryer to dry the screen protector but lint got on it so I washed it, again, then finally shake it dry.

I actually washed it several times. I will be re-applying it, again, because i think i didn't wash it clean enough. I see some "oil" prints after re-applying.

By the way, i used two suction cups to position the screen protector, very handy.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dark_ente:
So you can wash it with soap and apply it again just fine? Great, I'll try it then
[Nexus 5 Accessories] chobie:
Using a generic fonem8 tpu case with this. No problems at all
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DeadEcho:
I'm considering ordering this screen protector but I want to know if anyone has any input on using it with a Spigen Neo Hybrid case? I'm worried that the parts of the case that come up on the screen will peel off the screen protector.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] derukun:
Installation was a god damn ****ing mess.

On the first attempt, I noticed a little hair stuck under the glass, so I removed the glass and tried to pick it off with my fingernails, forgetting that there's adhesive on that side... and I dunno what the **** they used on the adhesive side but it's unbelievably easy to scratch the underside. After trying to pick off a few hairs and dust specks, I ended up putting more on the adhesive side, and of course I was even stupid enough to try wiping the lint off with the cloth that came with the package, and now even MORE lint is stuck on it. Eventually I got fed up, washed the adhesive side with water, then used tape to get all that lint off, and re-applied it. Now aside from a few stray lint that are still stuck under the glass that I'm not going to bother trying to remove and some scratches on the underside of the glass, the protector has been applied...

Mostly user error but I'm still incredibly pissed off.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Intake:
To those who got this temp glass, does it really feel like there's nothing on the screen? I really dislike screen protectors and what not and always prefer a naked screen if the phone I'm using has some sort of reinforced glass. Do you think someone like me will notice that the screen has something especially since I prefer the smoothness and sensitivity of a naked screen.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] derukun:
The actual feel is fine, can't really tell the difference... they are both glass, after all.. your finger won't get caught on it like it does with the plastic ones, and there isn't any sensitivity loss from what I can tell.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EnricoIT:
Does it stay on while using a Tpu silicone case?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] derukun:
Yes... I'm using Slim Armor and its not affecting the glass.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] skankyass:
I have this screen protector and a Spigen Neo Hybrid. Unfortunately I haven't recieved my Nexus 5 yet. Will probably get it on tuesday. Will let you know how it fits.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] imablackhat:
Is anyone using this screen protector with a spigen case such as the slim armor or ultra hybrid and has pictures of glass and lip please?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dark_ente:
You should have use tape in the first place... But we're in the same situation. I also scratch the side but it's invisible when the screen turn on so it's not a problem
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kdkinc:
Just applied my protector using the "Hinge" method came out perfect.

Very nice protector :)

The one fault I made was not ordering two. If I need to replace mine I don't think I'll live long enough to go through another delivery wait.

Thankfully I had paid $2.00 more for the Air Mail service however the Hot air Balloon they sent it by got stuck in the wrong Trade Wind current.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kaizeru:
Does this glass protector fits perfectly or it does leave some gaps somewhere?

I am thinking of replacing my shattered glass N5 with this glass. I know it sounds crazy, but new LCD+digitizer for N5 costs me USD200 (not including shipping) and this one I can only get it around RM59.99 including shipping (its USD18.60 ish)...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] xda_fanboy:
Erm... Sorry to disappoint, but that won't work. At all.

The digitizer is the 'touch' part of touch screens. It detects where on screen you are touching. Without it you cannot interact with the phone.

This product is a screen protector only.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Savitar:
Hmm, then you should get some Glas replacement. I don't really know where you might get one, usually I can find one on ebay, though not yet for the N5. Also, you do realize that the chances for success in removing the glas and replacing it are fairly low, right? Maybe there is some professional who could change the glas only for you, that should keep the cost down a bit. Usually I have to pay around 40-60 euros.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Wont work
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kaizeru:
well, this phone is not yet in sale officially in my country, and I bought this unit when I was in vacation in UK. So for me to find spare parts or professional in my country are as slim as a carbon graphite sheet....

but thanks for the heads up. Maybe I'll lurk around more for glass replacement for this unit.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] chobie:
Cheap generic tempered glass now available on eBay for 10dollars or less. I bought one for my iPhone and it's not that bad. Should be the same quality as branded ones.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kaola4549:
Also have concerns on the fitness of Neo Hybrid case. Looking forward to your feedback
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ojstagg93:
just received my nillkin very happy with it. I like the way the package includes wet wipe dry wipe and microfiber but i always appreciate the dust removal film the most. Got it on first time no bubbles or marks. Fells fantastic, a little thicker than spigen but IMOP feels alot better + also cheaper.